- Television
- Film
- Online and social media
- Advertising, PR and marketing
- Magazines
- Radio
- Newspapers
- Video Games
- Music Videos
What are lessons like in this subject?
From TV to film, social media to podcasts, advertising to video games and everything in between - Media Studies plays a big part of our everyday lives. It鈥檚 never been so relevant to develop key skills in this industry.
The lessons in Media Studies will therefore help you to keep pace with this constantly changing and exciting industry. Lessons are based around exploring set products in class through analysis, research and debate. You鈥檒l learn skills such as how to filter 鈥榝ake news鈥�, see how adverts are constructed to manipulate audiences and investigate the business side of the industry. You鈥檒l also develop technical skills in how to use industry-standard equipment such as Apple iMacs, Adobe Creative Suite and camera equipment.
In addition to the course, you will experience talks with media employers and higher education providers and have the opportunity to go on trips to learn about the creative media industries.
What will I study?
You will explore a wide range of historical and modern media products through four key areas: media language, representation, industry and audience. You鈥檒l get to study the following media industries:听
What our
students
I enjoy Media Studies because of its versatility. The course is rich and detailed, as we explore multiple sectors of the media, ensuring every lesson is unique. Studying this subject has helped me develop a deeper appreciation for the media I consume daily.
Wiktoria Koprowska, Ash Hill Academy
Media Studies
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